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Miloslav Ištvan

1928 – 1990

Czech composer and pianist

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Lived 1928 – 1990 (aged 61). Miloslav Ištvan was a Czech composer, music educator, pianist, university teacher, teacher and musicologist.

Miloslav Ištvan (2 September 1928 in Olomouc – 26 January 1990 in Brno) was a Czech composer. His work was inspired by the works of Béla Bartók and by the orientation of the modal style of folk songs. He studied Romanian and African folklore. He also attempted a synthesis of classical and pop music genres.

In 1947 he graduated at the gymnasium in Brno-Žabovřesky, and later he pursued his studies at the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno. He studied composition as a pupil of Jaroslav Kvapil.

Selected works Piano: Miniatures (1952) Sonata (1954) Sonata No. 2 (1959) 5 Impromptus (1956)

Chamber: Rondo for Viola and Piano (1950) Sonata for Clarinet and Piano (1954) Suite for French Horn and Piano (1955) Trio for Cello and Piano (1950) Trio for Violin, Piano and Cello (1958) Partita for Wind Instruments (1957) String Quartet (1951)

Orchestral: Symphony (1952) Czechoslovak Suite (1951) Concert-Symphony for Piano and Orchestra (1958) Balada o jihu (Ballad About South) (1960)

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Citizen school, Gymnasium, Realgymnasium, Brno Conservatory
Positions held
Prorector
Employers
Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts
Also known as
Miloslav Istvan

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Miloslav Ištvan?

Czech composer and pianist (1928–1990)

When was Miloslav Ištvan born?

Miloslav Ištvan was born on 2 September 1928 in Olomouc.

When did Miloslav Ištvan die?

Miloslav Ištvan died on 20 January 1990 in Brno.

What was Miloslav Ištvan's occupation?

Miloslav Ištvan was a composer, music educator, pianist, university teacher, teacher and musicologist.

What nationality was Miloslav Ištvan?

Miloslav Ištvan was Czech.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Miloslav Ištvan

· Wikidata: Q1935718

· DBpedia: Miloslav Ištvan

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